Humanism - A cultural and intellectual movement of the Renaissance that emphasized education and study of the literature and art.
  • Humanism was an ideal that focused on the world of mankind as much as a concern for the hereafter
  • Began in Florence, Italy. Wealthy patrons: they are rich sponsors that donated money for education and art.
  • Rejected medieval view of humanity and focused on the goodness of mankind.
    Began in Florence, Italy
    Ideal setting
    Wealthy patrons
    Lots of reminders of the Roman Empire

Humanism: part of an intellectual movement.
focused on personal strengths.
schooling was improved.
started in italy.
Said to be one of the best revelations mankind has had.